Free Family-Friendly Activities on June 10
The New York State Department
of Environmental Conservation's (DEC) Region 6, in partnership with the
Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), is
hosting 'Get Outdoors & Get Together Day' on
June 10 at the Lowville Forestry Demonstration Area, 7327 State Route
812, Lowville, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. As recently announced by Governor Kathy Hochul, Get Outdoors & Get Together
Day will bring people of all abilities, ages, identities, and backgrounds
together for fun, healthful activities as part of the Governor's efforts
to broaden the diversity of users and ensure inclusivity of access to
public lands. Details, including schedules, can be
found on DEC's website.
Free family activities
include a 9 a.m. 'early bird' guided tour of the Arboretum. Other
activities include:
·
Accessible trail
walk and fishing at a pier;
·
Archery with accessible equipment
available for use;
·
Camping and a campfire cooking demonstration;
·
Fishing with adaptive equipment available
for use; and
·
Orienteering/treasure hunt.
Equipment will be provided
for archery and fishing. Attendees may also bring their own fishing poles
and equipment for personal use and encouraged to bring their own snacks
and sunblock. Participants are encouraged to Love Our New York Lands all year by practicing
Leave No Trace™ principles and by recreating safely, sustainably, and
hiking in suitable conditions based on weather and experience level.
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